The Bennelong Balcony's summer cocktail recipe

Found: your new summer drink. Whip one up at home or, even better, order one at Bennelong's new-year pop-up.

If you were wondering where you were going to while away your Friday, Saturday and Sunday afternoons in January, wonder no more. Bennelong opens its temporary balcony bar under the sails of the Sydney Opera House from January 8, and there's a mouth-watering cocktail menu to go with.

To get us in the mood, Aaron Gaulke, Bennelong Bar Manager, has very kindly shared his recipe for Whispers on the Breeze (the drink shown above with the cucumber). Read on for how to create the taste of summer.

Method:In a wine glass add the wine, St Germain and vermouth and add ice to the top of the glass. Pour in the soda and stir for about 5 seconds. Add cucumber and lemon peel (twist the peel over the glass to catch the essential oils). Serve over ice.

The Bennelong Balcony's summer cocktail recipe

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